Disneyland and Disney World are honoring Black History Month by introducing unique experiences at both locations. Throughout this month, visitors can enjoy live performances, exclusive food items, special exhibits, and other activities.
From the yearly “Celebrate Gospel” performances at the Disneyland Resort to special menu items available at both parks, there are a variety of experiences for guests to enjoy. Continue reading for an overview of what visitors can look forward to during the event. At Mickey Visit, we cover all the latest Disney updates, such as theAdorable New Disney Vera Bradley Partnership with Popular Characters, and the Disney World Announces 2020 Water Park Schedule.
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Gospel Music Events at Downtown Disney
Disneyland is presenting its yearly Celebrate Gospel concerts during two weekends in February: February 20-21 and February 27-28. This year, the shows will be held at the Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage and are available to the general public without needing a theme park ticket.
Grammy Award-winning gospel musicians Bishop Hezekiah Walker (February 21) and Yolanda Adams (February 28) will take the stage. Local choirs from throughout Southern California are also set to perform during the event over both weekends.
Black History Month Exhibits at Disneyland Resort
As part of Black History Month, the Disneyland Resort has launched a heritage tour that includes exhibits throughout the resort. The exhibits showcase notable Black leaders, artists, and innovators from both past and present times.
Locations feature Frontierland, Main Street, U.S.A., and Buena Vista Street, along with other sections. Notable people include Leah Chase at Tiana’s Place, Martha Blanding on Main Street, U.S.A., and Disney animator Floyd Norman on Buena Vista Street. Visitors can view the exhibits during February at various sites.
Disneyland Park
Frontierland – Dom Flemons
Main Street, USA – Martha Blanding, Frederick Douglass, and Scott Joplin
Mickey’s Toontown
New Orleans Square – Leah Chase and Ron Husband
Tomorrowland – Guion S. Bluford Jr.
Disney California Adventure Park
Buena Vista Street – Floyd Norman
Hollywood Land – Lanny Smoot, Austin Traylor, Marlon West, and Olun Riley
Downtown Disney District
Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage– Nikkolas Smith
Unique Food and Drink Options at Disneyland Resort
Certain dining spots at Disneyland Resort are featuring special menu items through March 2 to celebrate Black History Month.
At Tiana’s Palace, visitors can purchase the French Quarter Fried Chicken Bowl, which includes honey-basted fried chicken served with baked macaroni and cheese and collard greens.
At Lamplight Lounge- Boardwalk Dining, the New Orleans BBQ Shrimp consists of shrimp coated in Cajun seasoning, served alongside polenta, onions, peppers, celery, and a New Orleans-style BBQ butter sauce.
Toya Johnson-Rushing Makes Appearance at Magic Kingdom for Black History Month Launch
TV personality Toya Johnson-Rushing recently made an appearance at Magic Kingdom as part of Walt Disney World’s Black History Month events.
Johnson-Rushing was the grand marshal of a special parade on Main Street, U.S.A., alongside Mickey Mouse and her daughter, Reign. This event kicked off the resort’s February celebrations. While visiting, Johnson-Rushing and her family also enjoyed various attractions, such as the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and a meeting with Princess Tiana.
Black Creators Highlighted at EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
During February, EPCOT showcases a variety of Black artists as part of the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Notable Black artists featured are Yesenia Mouses, Ryan Riller, Larissa Brown, and Mark Page. Their artwork is on display throughout the festival, and entry is included with standard park admission.
Disney on Broadway Concert Series at EPCOT
The Disney on Broadway Concert Series makes a comeback at EPCOT as part of the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. Shows are held at the America Gardens Theatre.
Black artists Jelani Remy (The Lion King), Anastasia McCleskey (Tarzan), Kissy Simmons (The Lion King), and James Monroe Iglehart (Aladdin) have all taken part this year. The concert series takes place on certain evenings throughout the festival and is available with standard park entry.
Entertainment Featuring Live Music and Dance at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Guests can experience live entertainment across Disney’s Animal Kingdom this February. Viva Gaia offers a Caribbean-themed street party on Discovery Island featuring music and dance performances. In the Africa area of the park, the Tam Tam Drummers of Harambe present percussion shows throughout the day. The entertainment is part of standard park admission, with showtimes changing daily.
Special Food Deals Available at Walt Disney World for a Limited Time
Walt Disney World Resort is featuring special time-sensitive food options to honor Black History Month.
At the Ganachery located in Disney Springs, the Soulful New York Cheesecake pop consists of layers of cheesecake ganache and graham cracker ganache, all covered in 65% dark chocolate. It can be found until February 28.
At Amorette’s Patisserie located in Disney Springs, the Wakandan Mousse features coconut mousse, guava gelee, and chocolate sable. It will be available until February 28.
Black Artists Highlighted at Disney Springs Art Walk
Disney Springs showcases Black artists via the Disney Springs Art Walk: A Canvas of Expression. The featured artists are Ernest Shaw, Nneka Jones, Marci Swett, and Brandon Hill. Their artwork is showcased across Disney Springs as part of the continuous art exhibit.
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Black History Month events take place all through February at both Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort, featuring special activities that are only available for a short period. Visitors this month should check specific locations for showtimes and what’s available.
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